Shape the Future of UK Rail! Senior Quantity Surveyor position available!

Are you an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor with a proven track record on major infrastructure projects? Ready to take on a pivotal role within one of the UK's most ambitious undertakings?

Delivering on HS2 high-speed rail network, and we're seeking an exceptional Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team based in Ruislip.

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise on a project of national significance, working inside IR35 with a highly competitive daily rate of £550 - £650.

Offering a hybrid opportunity 3 days in the office and 2 at home!

What you'll be doing:

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be instrumental in the commercial success of our project packages. Your responsibilities will include:

• Commercial Leadership: Managing all commercial aspects of complex civil engineering and rail construction packages from inception to final account.

• Contract Management: Administering NEC contracts (or similar major forms) with precision, ensuring compliance and effective risk management.

• Cost Control & Reporting: Implementing robust cost control procedures, forecasting, budgeting, and producing accurate financial reports.

• Valuation & Payments: Preparing and agreeing valuations, variations, and final accounts with subcontractors and clients.

• Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks while maximizing opportunities for value creation.

• Subcontractor Management: Overseeing subcontractor procurement, negotiations, and commercial performance.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, clients (HS2 Ltd), and supply chain partners.

What you'll bring to the table:

• Extensive Quantity Surveying Experience: Significant demonstrable experience as a Quantity Surveyor on large-scale infrastructure or civil engineering projects.

• Major Project Exposure: Proven track record working on complex, multi-disciplinary projects, ideally within the rail sector.

• Contractual Expertise: In-depth knowledge and practical application of NEC forms of contract (essential).

• Commercial Acumen: Strong commercial awareness with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Financial Management: Proficient in cost management, forecasting, and reporting.

• Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Relevant Qualifications: A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline. Professional qualification (e.g., MRICS) is highly desirable.

If you're a driven and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next career-defining challenge on a landmark project, we want to hear from you!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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